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The Jolly Ol’ Elf plans on stopping by to check on all of the good girls and boys!
Stop by for a visit and share your secret wish with the BIG Guy!
The Jolly Ol’ Elf plans on stopping by to check on all of the good girls and boys!
We partnered with Our Lady of the Snows Elementary school to offer an after school project on October 29th featuring a puppet - style Sugar Skull.
In honor of Dia de Los Muertos or Day of the Dead, a traditional day of remembrance for dearly departed loved ones, those in attendance fashioned a 3 dimensional paper calavera.
The craft project was conducted by MDFPA with the assistance of the Our Lady of the Snows art teacher Elizabeth Real.
All of life is juggling…. so learn how to do it correctly!
JuGgLiNg WORKSHOP
Andy Head will show you all of the tips and tricks to get your start in learning this fascinating and truly hands-on skill.
It’s WaCkY !!
OLS and a Day at the Opera - Opera In Focus!
A very unique puppetry experience!
Students and staff from Our Lady of the Snows will be treated to a field trip!
A tremendous amount of thanks goes to a number of patrons and supporters who, in part, brought this adventure together.
Registration required through the park district website.
Starts on October 7th for 6 weeks. Pick and choose or attend all 6 sessions.
Check park district calendar for availability.
In honor of Talk Like A Pirate Day
A fun-filled workshop for landlubbers and salty swabs too!
In honor of TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY
A fun-filled workshop for landlubbers and salty swabs too!
HE’S BAAAAAACK!
If you missed the last Comedy Workshop presented by Rich Purpura, then you’re in luck!
Set sail with us!
Batten down the hatches…
Rich will share his tips & tricks, vast comedic knowledge and some crazy stories as we climb aboard this wacky workshop.
Clearing Library - September 18th
6 - 7pm
Register here: CRUISE SHIP
Read the previous reviews… REVIEWS
Learn something new or sharpen your skills!
MAGIC WORKSHOP
John Measner will present lessons in the magical arts. All supplies included.
Just bring your enthusiasm 🧡
We were given the opportunity to be a part of the Our Lady of the Snows family-fun event.
John Measner Magic Show
In addition to all of the fun games and activities, we will provide a family-friendly magic show .
We hope to see you there 💖
August 17th from 10 - 3
Showtime - 1pm
We will partner with the Garfield Ridge Senior Center for their
featuring
presenting
Join us for a fun-filled evening and learn the nuts and bolts from a true pro in the comedy business!
The Garfield Ridge Satellite Senior Center celebrates MAGIC DAY
compliments of MDFPA
Always a lot of FUN!
In a continuing effort to support our community and raise awareness for the performing arts, we are honored to have been afforded this opportunity.
6th annual event
This has always managed to be a good time shared by great folks who believe in our mission.
Our “thank you” for your generosity since the beginning.
Marc would be totally embarrassed by the amount of love you’ve shown, but would appreciate it just the same. 💖
A 5-day camp for local park district day campers to entwine into their daily schedule.
The public is also welcome, but must register with the library.
They’ll be getting creative with puppets and music and blending them together.
A hands-on workshop featuring various types of magic, plus performance tips for those eager to learn a new skill or rekindle a former hobby
Suited for the more mature individual with the patience to take up this challenging artform
(not difficult, but not for the meek either)
Doors open at 5:00 pm
Consider a donation of non-perishable food items for the library pantry
A 4 part series at Bedford Park Library for the Bedford Park District day campers.
(a private function)
An introduction to the Ventriloquial Arts
Moddy Puppets
Moddy and Friends will present an informative approach to ventriloquism and help you work through the complexities with tips and tricks to master this skill.
Ages 8 - 16
BITS and PIECES WORKSHOPS
The Bits and Pieces name was used to help illustrate all of the small parts that go into a much larger endeavor. Stepping stones to something greater. How one idea connected to another eventually creates a work of art - performing art, since it’s not a static, but a moving masterpiece.
Thom Britton - creator of FreakShow & Tell
will be opening a 3 month run starting June 1st at
Check our website for ticket information and location details. We encourage you to check it out.
Do it in the name of SCIENCE!
Enjoy The Great Outdoors
A easy walk paced at your own level.
There is a competitive component for 1st to Finish
The individual to cross the line first wins a trophy and a prize.
Have fun taking in nature’s beauty, wildlife and gentle sounds of the waterfall. Enjoying the view and camaraderie is what’s really important here.
CHOOSE YOUR LEVEL (click here)
Our third year sponsoring this 5k in the beautiful surroundings of Lake Katherine Nature Center in Palos Heights
A family - friendly event welcoming all ages. Family units are encouraged to join us, including strollers, on the accessible paths.
Our spring fundraiser helps support our mission of bringing educational programs and workshops to underserved communities with regard to the performing arts.
COMEDY WORKSHOP
Open to anyone looking to “break the ice” at parties!
Salespeople, lecturers, aspiring comedians, or any type of public speaker. All are welcome!
Mike will bring his years of public speaking, stand-up comedy and TV appearances to help answer your questions and get beyond the hurdles you face.
Starting April 18th we will present
an auction one month prior to our
(May 18th at Lake Katherine Nature Center)
The auction is a head start on summer vacation planning and features some items of interest for family time during school break.
Jason’s Deli - South Loop is the location for this family-friendly event
From 11am - 9pm you can help our cause by mentioning our name when you order
Find out what’s going on that day during our celebration
Simple sewing, then add some features for a festive creation
Then a few rounds of WINTER BINGO with prizes for the winners!
provide hands-on activities related to the performing arts.
Magic, juggling, puppetry, dance and so much more.
We emphasize exposure at a beginners level of understanding.
Quite often our students have not been introduced to a live performance before. We hope to expand their understanding.
❄ February 3rd from 2 - 4pm ❄
Snow People
A fun make and take project that turns simple articles into an animated puppet. Use your creativity to bring your snow folk to life.
Bits and Pieces Workshop
provide hands-on activities related to the performing arts.
Magic, juggling, puppetry, dance and so much more.
We emphasize exposure at a beginners level of understanding.
Quite often our students have not been introduced to a live performance before. We hope to expand their understanding.
FESTIVE Puppets and WINTER Bingo
Spend a couple of FUN hours with us at the Clearing Library as we create a make and take puppet and play some winter themed bingo afterward.
Prizes for the winners. Ages 6 - 106 are welcome to play bingo.
(Ages below 8 will require assistance with puppets)
REGISTER with the library :
BITS and PIECES Workshops
provide hands-on activities related to the performing arts.
Magic, juggling, puppetry, dance and so much more.
We emphasize exposure at a beginners level of understanding.
Quite often our students have not been introduced to a live performance before. We hope to expand their understanding.
We support the performing arts 💖
WINTER MAGIC
Marc Dunworth Foundation and our Bits and Pieces Workshops present this family-friendly performance at the Mount Prospect Library.
We support the performing arts 💖
will present a magical performance
Pre- Order T- Shirts
Anyone wearing this year’s T- Shirt will automatically be entered in our $100 Visa Gift Card drawing.
